Kesala
Kesala is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kesala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kesala unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kesala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kesala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesala is 436796. The village spans a total geographical area of 373.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495557. Shivrinarayan is nearest town to Kesala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kesala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kesala
Population of Kesala
According to the 2011 Census, Kesala has a total population of about 1,429, with approximately 725 males and 704 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.76%, with male literacy at about 71.31% and female literacy near 47.87%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kesala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,429 | 725 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 110 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 854 | 517 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 208 | 367 |
Connectivity of Kesala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesala. As per the 2011 stats, Kesala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kesala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kesala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesala
- Where is Kesala located?
- Kesala village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesala?
- Kesala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kesala?
- The pincode of Kesala is 495557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kesala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesala is 1,429, with 725 males and 704 females.
- How many households are there in Kesala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesala village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesala is 59.76%. The male literacy rate is 71.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.87%.